23 jobs found in Wickford

Position: Mechanical Assembler Salary: £13.00ph - £17:50ph Location: Wickford Hours: 08:00am - 16:30pm - Full Time 40 hours per week - Overtime Available Proactive are currently in search of multiple Mechanical Assemblers for a world leading Aerospace and Automotive company based in Essex. They are at the forefront of delivering the parts that matters to their customers. Through innovation and collaboration, they have put their customers ahead of the competition in the automotive and aerospace industry. Responsibilities Responsible for the mechanical assembly of company products. Achieve production targets and Work from engineering drawings. Adhere to Health and Safety regulations and law. Use of various hand tools Clock in/out and fill in timecards correctly. Promote safe and efficient systems, assembly, and production. Communicate to the Team Leader, Assembly Manager or Workshop Manager giving feedback on all aspects that would affect completion or quality of our...

Bexley, Greater London Temporary HGV Technician Monday to Friday 45 hours per week Umbrella – up to £38 ph PAYE - £25 ph Questech Automotive Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of one of Europe’s biggest Automotive groups who are looking to recruit for a Temporary Workshop Technician at their Bexleyheath site. We are looking for Technicians/mechanics from a Commercial, HGV, PSV or LGV background with at least 2 years experience in the Industry. You will be Apprentice trained to Level 3 or equivalent that has experience working with a variety of LGV or HGV vehicles. You will be Apprentice trained to Level 3 or equivalent that has experience working with a variety of LGV or HGV vehicles. The role: * Electrical, mechanical and hydraulic fault diagnosis, repair and installation of parts * Setting and operating of machine tools and equipment onsite * Support workshops team members including Apprentice Technicians as required. * Accurately record time to complete...

We are currently looking for a Vehicle Technician. You will be working in Barnet. Monday - Friday 36 hours per week Temp Contract - Ongoing Pay rate - £21.24ph paye Job Purpose Transport Services manages the maintenance and repair of the vehicle fleet/plant/equipment, in accordance with legal regulations, lease company’s and manufactures’ standards and targets. The Commercial Vehicle Technician role is to support the Workshop Manager by undertaking the maintenance of the fleet, including third party and plant maintenance processes are carried out effectively to meet the services obligations, in a timely and cost effective manner Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy, please apply to the job with your updated CV

Berry Recruitment are looking for a grounds operative to work as part of their grounds maintenance team for our client based in Enfield. a licence is required as you will be required to drive a 3.5 tonne vehicle as and when required. This is an active role as you are getting in and out of the vehicle. Undertaking all aspects of grounds maintenance including shrub cutting, hedge cutting/pruning, strimming, weeding, litter picking etc. Operating small tools and plant, such as petrol hedgecutters and blowers Driving company vehicles (up to 3.5T) Ensuring daily work schedules are followed, and to a consistent high standard. Completing training in the appropriate equipment and safe methods of work Completing appropriate safety checks on all vehicles and equipment, carrying out maintenance, and reporting defects as required. Liaising with members of the public, other team members, managers and sub-contractors in a professional and courteous manner. Must have a valid catagory B...

£12.71 per hour (£28,089k annually) plus bonus (OTE around £36k) As a Vehicle Inspector, you'll be responsible for: Conducting vehicle inspections following established procedures, reporting findings via a PDA report template  Complete used vehicle condition reports  Collaborate with team members to maintain daily site inspections  Engage with customer contacts to ensure high quality service delivery Travel to various BCA sites within your agreed region will be regular, however, travel to further distances will be expected if and when needed What we're looking for To excel in this role, you must have: An NVQ Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent) Comprehensive mechanical knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair  An understanding of vehicle diagnostics, software updates, and electric/hybrid vehicles (advantageous) Strong written communication skills and the ability to interact effectively at all levels  A full UK driving licence  INDCCP INDCCP

Job Title: Paint Prepper / Vehicle Prepper Location: Raydon Salary / Hourly Rate: £18 per hour Job Type: Contract About the Role Our client, a busy and well-established automotive accident repair bodyshop, is looking for an experienced Paint Prepper / Vehicle Prepper to join their team in Raydon. This is a great opportunity for a skilled bodyshop prepper / paint technician assistant / vehicle preparation technician who takes pride in delivering high-quality preparation work ahead of refinishing. You will be working in a fast-paced bodyshop environment, preparing vehicles for paint and ensuring all surfaces are finished to a high standard ready for the vehicle paint sprayer / paint technician. Key Responsibilities * Prepare vehicles for paint refinishing and spraying * Carry out masking, sanding, priming, and filler work * Ensure all surfaces are clean, smooth, and ready for paint application * Assist paint technicians in maintaining workflow within the bodyshop...

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Stevenage 4 days on-site per week Role Type: Contract Duration: Initial 6 months+ Rate: £50.00 per hour - Inside IR35 Our client, an established defence manufacturer, require an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team in Stevenage. UK citizenship is mandatory to be able to clear the background checks and obtain SC clearance. Current valid SC clearance would be an advantage. What the role of the Mechanical Design Engineer entails: Carry out Mechanical Design and proving activities as part of a wider team for prime and variant products, of both piece parts and assemblies. Support/liaise with manufacturing, resolving manufacturing problems & defects. Support to functional & environmental testing and trials. Liaise with suppliers/purchasing to resolve any technical queries that may arise. Planning and reporting on own day-to-day activities to meet project milestones. Gain clarification...

Vehicle Panel Beater Location: Graveley Pay: £16-£19 per hour- Temp to Perm contract Hours: 40 hours per week About the Role: Are you passionate about cars and skilled in hands-on restoration? Our client, a renowned commercial vehicle bodywork specialist in Cambridgeshire, is looking for dedicated technicians to join their workshop team. This role involves: Complete strip-down of commercial vehicles to chassis, shell, and individual components Rebuild and reassemble vehicles to original factory specification (or customer requirements) Inspect, refurbish, and prepare mechanical components for reinstallation Work closely with the workshop team to ensure high-quality restoration standards Maintain accuracy, care, and attention to detail throughout each project What We’re Looking For: Previous experience in automotive restoration or mechanical work is preferred Strong knowledge of Commercial Vehicles and systems Ability to work independently and as part of a team A genuine...

Roles - PSV Engineer / PSV Technician / PSV Mechanic / Bus Technician Location: Cambridge Pay Rate: £34.00 per hour Outside IR35 Do one of these roles describe you? Do you feel undervalued your current role? Are you an experienced PSV Mechanic? Are you available to start work right away? Why not come join our team of engineers here at Excel Resourcing, we specialise in supporting several blue-chip clients who operate in the road transport industry. Benefits of working for Excel: * Weekly Pay * Long-term contracting work * Product Training provided * Minimum Hourly Rate of £34.00 These roles involve: * Carrying out routine maintenance and repairs on all makes of PSV * Diagnosing and rectifying all types of PSV faults * Ensuring all vehicles worked upon are handled carefully and that the relevant precautions are taken whilst on the premises. * Liaising with the parts department to attain correct parts. * Ensuring health & safety regulations and safe...

Overview We are seeking a number of Assembly Technicians to join a fast-growing engineering and manufacturing customer of ours in Surrey. Initially on a 2 month fixed-term-contract, this is a hands-on role supporting the build and assembly of the company’s pioneering, clean-technology product. Main Duties Assemble mechanical and electrical components in line with detailed engineering instructions Support production builds and assist with kitting parts for assembly Maintain high quality standards, ensuring component traceability and minimal rework Diagnose and resolve assembly issues to keep production on schedule Accurately record assembly processes, including any deviations or modifications Follow health & safety procedures and maintain a clean, organised workspace Technical Prerequisites Background in mechanical and/or electrical assembly Ideally experience within automotive (or similar sectors such as aerospace, motorsport, or commercial vehicles) – not essential...

Gi group are supporting McLaren automotive to recruit 20 Vehicle technicians. As a Vehicle Technician you will work in conjunction with the Launch team to ensure the smooth launch into production of new Ultimate series models and subsequent derivatives and model year changes ensuring all quality, cost and volume targets are achieved. You will carry out production build of Ultimate series vehicles to achieve required build volume targets. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who wants to work on the forefront of automotive technology with some of the most advanced cars in the world! Pay rates as below. · Standard - £18.51 per hour before 40 hours · Overtime - £27.76 per hour after 40 hours and Saturdays · Sunday and Bank holiday - £37.02 per hour · Working Monday to Friday with possible overtime available at weekends. · Working hours - 07:30 / 7.30am to 16:30 / 4.30pm Principal accountabilities: · Understand and follow detailed work instructions relating to the...

Our client, a Defence and Security supplier is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join them on a contract basis at their site in Maidenhead. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold the sole British nationality and current SC Clearance 6-month initial contract Rate is open to negotiation, inside IR35 Fully onsite in Maidenhead due to the nature of the role Job Description: Design, develop, test, and document mechanical assemblies through the full product lifecycle. Deliver robust mechanical solutions using company engineering tools and processes. Create and review mechanical documentation: design packs, analysis reports, plans, and procedures. Define and analyse mechanical performance and functional behaviours. Optimise designs for various manufacturing methods (machining, moulding, extrusion, sheet metal, casting). Perform tolerance analysis for precision parts and complex assemblies. Produce designs compliant with MIL‑STD, DEF‑STAN, EMC, TEMPEST, and...

£12.71 per hour (£28,089k annually) plus bonus (OTE around £36k) Hours - 8.15am-5.45pm Saturday - Wednesday As a Vehicle Inspector, you'll be responsible for: Conducting vehicle inspections following established procedures, reporting findings via a PDA report template  Complete used vehicle condition reports  Collaborate with team members to maintain daily site inspections  Engage with customer contacts to ensure high quality service delivery Travel to various BCA sites within your agreed region will be regular, however, travel to further distances will be expected if and when needed What we're looking for To excel in this role, you must have: An NVQ Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent) Comprehensive mechanical knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair  An understanding of vehicle diagnostics, software updates, and electric/hybrid vehicles (advantageous) Strong written communication skills and the ability to interact effectively at all levels  A...

Tooling Maintenance Technician Location: Worthing Pay: Up to £16.77 per hour Temp to perm position Hands-on, shop-floor role working with toolmakers, engineers, and maintenance teams. Responsible for stripping, cleaning, inspecting, and rebuilding tooling to keep production running reliably.   Requirements: Mechanical / maintenance engineering or toolmaking background Experience in precision mechanical work Practical, detail-focused, team player Experience as a mechanical engineer, maintenance engineer, toolmaker or ex-toolmaker would be beneficial  Methodical, and thorough in approach

Micromobility Technician (E‑Scooters & E‑Bikes) 📍 Northampton 💷 £14.14 per hour 3 Month initial contract The Role My client is looking for a practical, hands-on Micromobility Technician to join a growing workshop operation in Northampton. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys mechanical work, problem-solving, and keeping vehicles safe, reliable, and road-ready. Working within a dedicated workshop environment, you'll be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and preparation of e‑scooters and e‑bikes, ensuring they meet operational, safety, and quality standards before being returned to the fleet. Key Responsibilities Diagnose faults on e‑scooters and e‑bikes and identify appropriate repair solutions Repair, service, and maintain vehicles to a consistently high standard Prepare vehicles and batteries for deployment, including inspection and packing Carry out disassembly, recycling, and end‑of‑life processing for damaged vehicles and components Follow standard...

We at Interaction Recruitment are working with an exciting business throughout the UK. Covering Monday to Friday with extra days if you want. 6am or 7am start for a 10 hour day, dependant on site allocation. As a mechanic, you'll safely prepare customers cars for collection. If you care about detail and take pride in doing the job right first time and want to be part of a capable, motivated team who feel the same way. You'll get the chance to work on an incredible range of manufacturers and models. Essential skills A certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance Level  2 or 3 and a solid work experience in the automotive industry The ability to work in a competent and efficient manner on your own or part of a busy team Strong communication skills Good attention to detail The ability to carry out work to high standards and to deadlines A proactive and enthusiastic approach The ability to accurately follow written and spoken instructions A full driving licence Day-to-day duties...

Vehicle Mechanics Location: Stamford Up to 50 hours per week Rate of Pay: From £17.50ph to £25ph depending on experienced: Self-employed status. We at Interaction Recruitment are working with an exciting business throughout the UK for Vehicle Mechanics. Our client is an EV Specialist, and experience in that field would be benefiical, but not essential.  Covering Monday to Friday with extra days if you want. 6am or 7am start for a 10 hour day, dependant on site allocation. As a mechanic, you'll safely prepare customers cars for collection. If you care about detail and take pride in doing the job right first time and want to be part of a capable, motivated team who feel the same way. You'll get the chance to work on an incredible range of manufacturers and models. Essential skills A certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance Level 2 or 3 and a solid work experience in the automotive industry The ability to work in a competent and efficient manner on your own or part of a...

I am currently looking for a Painter in the Daventry area to work for a social housing contractor. You'll work across well-maintained domestic properties, becoming part of a reliable team with consistent work and excellent long-term career prospects. This opportunity is with a respected and established building contractor reputation in the housing sector and commitment to its workforce. You'll be part of a company that values high-quality work and supports ongoing growth in a stable, full-time environment. I would like to see CVs from anyone who has worked as a Painter and Decorator, Property Painter, Residential Painter and Commercial Painter before. As a Painter you will be: All aspects of internal painting and decorating within domestic properties Fill cracks, holes, and imperfections Sand, smooth, and clean surfaces before painting Remove old paint, wallpaper, or finishes when required Protect floors, furniture, and fixtures with coverings or tape Hang wallpaper or wall...

Engineering / Virtual Simulation (Modelling) Engineer - (phone number removed) - £27.30/hr umbrella rate Are you ready to elevate your career in engineering and virtual simulation? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of the automotive industry. This role offers you the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects, using your technical expertise to shape the future of vehicle durability and robustness. If you're passionate about innovation and want to make a real impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. What You Will Do: • Support the development of automotive components and systems using advanced Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) techniques to meet durability and robustness performance targets. • Conduct CAE analysis, summarise findings, and provide actionable insights to design and engineering teams. • Propose innovative improvements to existing modelling methods to enhance accuracy and efficiency. • Develop automated...

Job Title: Durability & Robustness Simulation Engineer - (phone number removed) The Opportunity Virtual Engineering supports vehicle or system programmes with concept simulation, modelling expertise and tools from research through to the delivery phase to JOB1. Within the Durability and Robustness (D&R) team, we look at the effects of extreme impacts onto the vehicle and ensure that it is engineered to handle those. In this role, you will support the CAE design verification programme activities within D&R and have an opportunity to develop modelling techniques for more efficient and accurate simulations. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities * Support development of Automotive Components/Systems using engineering knowledge and experience combined with Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) techniques, to meet Durabilility and Robustness performance targets * Run CAE analysis, summarise results and feedback conclusions to colleagues * Propose improvements to...